Francisco Xavier Castellanos
Francisco Xavier Castellanos | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Known for | Research on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Psychiatry |
| Institutions | New York University School of Medicine |
Francisco Xavier Castellanos is an American psychiatrist known for his extensive research on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). He is a faculty member at the New York University School of Medicine, where he has contributed significantly to the understanding of ADHD and its neurobiological underpinnings.
Career[edit | edit source]
Castellanos has held various academic and research positions throughout his career. He is particularly noted for his work in the field of child and adolescent psychiatry, focusing on the neurodevelopmental aspects of ADHD. His research has utilized advanced neuroimaging techniques to explore the structural and functional abnormalities in the brains of individuals with ADHD.
Research[edit | edit source]
Castellanos' research has been pivotal in identifying the neural correlates of ADHD. He has published numerous studies that have helped to elucidate the role of brain regions such as the prefrontal cortex and the basal ganglia in the pathophysiology of ADHD. His work has also explored the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to the disorder.
Contributions[edit | edit source]
One of Castellanos' significant contributions to the field is his involvement in large-scale, multi-site studies that have provided a more comprehensive understanding of ADHD. His research has influenced the development of new diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches for the disorder.
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
Throughout his career, Castellanos has received several awards and honors for his contributions to psychiatry and ADHD research. His work is widely cited in the scientific community, and he is considered a leading expert in his field.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Child and adolescent psychiatry
- Neuroimaging
- Prefrontal cortex
- Basal ganglia
References[edit | edit source]
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